Title:
HCArchives Creation
Agreement Number:
2324-0004
Agreement Value:
$34,975.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
HCA Dance Theatre (HCA DT) is working with its sister organizations: HCA Arts for All (HCA AFA) and Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts (HCA), to create an official archive, HCArchives, documenting the cultural and performing arts history in Hamilton; as it relates to the HCA family of organizations. This project was started in May of 2022 with the hiring of an archivist through the generous combined funding of Young Canada Works (YCW) and Youth Break Barriers to Employment (YBBE). HCA DT is endeavoring to build on this strong foundation, and make further progress on the cataloging and digitization of our documentary heritage. In the 9-month timeline proposed below, HCA DT will catalog and digitize 50% of the current collection, move the collection into safer storage using appropriate materials and, pursue external professional transfer of media from out-dated mediums to digital files (audio cassettes, VHS, DAT, etc. ).
Organization:
Library and Archives Canada
Expected Results:
Expected short-term results include the organization having a more nuanced understanding of its history and how that can be used to further artistic programming and marketing needs. The public would also have access to the HCArchives database through the Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts website, where research material requests can be submitted.
Expected long-term results include the materials in the archive being used in educational programs and displays by HCA DT, to showcase the creativity and culture within the Hamilton communities represented. A complete and accessible knowledge of what is contained within the HCArchives would allow for better collaboration between cultural hubs in Hamilton, allowing for greater public interaction with the documentary heritage therein.
Location:
Hamilton, Ontario, CA L8P 2Z4
Reference Number:
129-2023-2024-Q1-00007
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
867640211 RR 0001
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
HCA Dance Theatre
Program:
Documentary Heritage Communities Program
Program Purpose:
The Documentary Heritage Communities Program supports the development of Canada's local archival and library communities by increasing their capacity to preserve, provide access to, and promote local documentary heritage.